During a red-carpet ceremony at Joint Base Andrews in Maryland on Wednesday, U.S. President Donald Trump and Chinese President Xi Jinping were present when two B-1 bombers flew overhead, producing a loud roaring sound. Trump, whose gloved hand was lifted to his brow in a salute, glanced upward before closing his eyes and wincing. Xi appeared unresponsive during the flyover. The moment quickly became a topic of discussion on social media, where users shared images and videos of the event.
Commenters on social media had mixed reactions to Trump's response. Some described his reaction as exaggerated and humorous, while others pointed out that the moment created a memorable visual. One user joked, "Hang it in the Louvre," a popular internet phrase used for photos or moments described as visual masterpieces. Another user edited a photo to place Natalie Harp, Trump's loyal assistant, by his side as he winced. In the image, she is seen holding a large pile of bags, a MAGA hat, and a red tie.
Some social media users referenced Jeffrey Epstein, the late convicted sex offender who had previously socialized with Trump, in one of the memes. An X user posted a meme of Epstein, captioning the image: "Sudden flashbacks to the past." Others suggested that Trump's dramatic wince made him appear less strong than Xi, and that sentiment was reflected in a number of memes. One image depicted Xi as a man with a pronounced jawline and added the caption "mogged," a term that means being completely outshined or made to look inferior.
Another meme depicted Trump instructing a U.S. military pilot to "scare" Xi with the flyover. The image then cut to Trump himself, rather than Xi, with his mouth agape and looking terrified. These memes highlight how public figures' reactions can become subjects of humor and commentary on social media, often drawing on visual contrasts and cultural references.
Trump's Reaction to Military Flyover During Meeting with Xi Jinping Sparks Social Media Discussion
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